Typical Vocal Class Schedule
Final Times to be Determined in the First Day of Classes
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8:45 – 9:00
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Vocal Room – Day One only
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9:00 – 10:30
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Vocal Technique
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10:30-11:30
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Percussion
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11:30 – 12:30
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Repertoire/Improvisation
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12:30 – 1:30
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LUNCH
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1:30 – 2:45
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World Choir
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2:45 – 3:45
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Sight Singing/Harmony
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2:45 – 3:45
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Individual Singing with Rhythm Section
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CLASS TOPICS INCLUDE:
Vocal Technique: Find and Develop your own personal sound Increase Range and Power Eliminate hoarseness Learn relaxation techniques and breath control
Repertoire/Improvisation Learn jazz standards and find appropriate key Learn bebop heads and tools for improvisation Style: including blues, bossa nova, ballad, swing, waltz, samba
Percussion: Develop rhythm learn to play percussion instruments Learn syncopated rhythms Call and response
World Choir: Accapella choir Learn to blend your voice and sing in a group Learn to sing harmony Learn independence with voice and rhythm
Sight Singing/Harmony: Develop musicianship, understanding form and chord changes – “Hearing the changes” Sing bass lines and chord changes Improve sight singing. II V I Patterns and others
Sing with Rhythm Section: Give guidelines for arranging songs and communicating with the band Choose a repertoire individual to the singer, including correct keys Work on phrasing and lyrics - “telling the story” Preparation for performance - putting together an effective program Preparation for performance - putting together an effective program